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Virginia lawmakers respond to President Trump's address to Congress speech

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 Jacob Hunziker | ABC 13 President Trump delivered his Address to Congress Tuesday night, just over a month since returning to the White House for his second, non-consecutive term in office. This is different from a State of the Union, which is given in years two through four of a president's term and is meant to be a reflection on what has been done so far in a term. Since…

U.S. Congressman Ben Cline educates AHS students about life as a congressman

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U.S. Rep. Ben Cline recently visited Alleghany High School and gave students an inside look at life as an elected official serving in Congress. During his visit to AHS, he addressed government students and students enrolled in Alleghany Highlands Advancement: Law and Political Science. His recent talk to students gave them insight into his role as a congressman and the political climate…

Congressman Ben Cline hosts town hall discussion in Harrisonburg

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Congressman Ben Cline hosts town hall discussion in Harrisonburg | Mair Famet HARRISONBURG,Va.- Rep. Ben Cline stopped by the Harrisonburg IHOP restaurant Monday night to address residents’ questions and concerns about the upcoming Trump administration. A room of over 30 individuals had a chance to have their questions answered by the congressman while eating…

Congressman Ben Cline honors Veterans' Day

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Veteran's Day Program | Anya Sczerzenie GROTTOES, Va. - The town now runs the program, and this year, the town of Grottoes put on its fifth official Veterans’ Day program in the Town Hall. It included performances by local kids, speeches by veterans and an appearance from U.S. Rep. Ben Cline (R-6th). Cline also spoke briefly during the event, thanking the veterans present for…

Congressman Ben Cline tours School of Nursing

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James Madison University | JMU Office of Federal Relations and Communications  HARRISONBURG, Va. - Congressman Ben Cline visited the JMU School of Nursing Wednesday to receive feedback from students in the online doctoral program and to tour the school’s labs and classrooms.  The congressman, whose 6th District covers western areas of Virginia from Roanoke to…

Rep. Ben Cline recognizes Roanoke firefighter for annual 9/11 stair climb

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WSLS | Connor Dietrich ROANOKE, Va. – Rep. Ben Cline is taking time to recognize some of the everyday heroes in the Roanoke Valley. On Monday, Cline stopped by Roanoke Fire-EMS’s station one to honor Capt. Peter Matthiessen. The fire captain is one of the head organizers of the annual Roanoke 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb. “You’re truly just an amazing credit to this community and…

Congressman Ben Cline to stop by Virginian Review

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The Virginian Review | Rebecca Stalnaker COVINGTON, Va. (VR) — Congressman Ben Cline will visit the Virginian Review office on Aug. 1 at 3 p.m. to present a special plaque commemorating the paper’s 110-year anniversary. The visit will honor the publication’s long-standing contribution to the community and recognize its significant milestone. During his visit, Cline will formally…

Rep. Cline named to House committee on Chinese Communist Party

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Colby Johnson | WHSV HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - Sixth District Representative Ben Cline was appointed to the House select committee on the Chinese Communist Party. The committee will study and determine the best ways to counter Chinese influence across multiple areas including telecommunications, immigration, foreign affairs issues, and national security. “My specialty coming from the…

‘Trying to catch water with a strainer:’ Key Congressman calls Biden’s loophole ridden immigration executive order

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Jon Solomon Reports |Just The News  Representative Ben Cline (R-VA) says President Biden’s immigration executive order will do little to nothing to help the dire situation at the southern border, commenting on the amount of loopholes that the order allows is like “trying to catch water with a strainer.” Additional interviews with Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee,…

Rep. Cline visits with forensics, debate teams

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Salem Times Register | Mountain Media, LLC When members of Salem’s State Championship Forensics and Debate teams were summoned to the office on May 30, the final day of school, United States Congressman Ben Cline was waiting on them. The House of Representatives member presented the students with congressional plaques noting their accomplishments during the 118th session of…